Self-regulated learning refers to students actively influencing their own learning processes on an emotional, behavioural, metacognitive and motivational level. Self-regulated learning techniques equip students to gradually take more control of their learning over time using deliberate strategies (suited to their age and stage) to plan, monitor and evaluate their learning.
Supporting self-regulated learning involves explicitly teaching students to reflect on which techniques optimise their learning, how to set goals, and how to develop the ability to strengthen their learning. Teachers can support students to identify gaps in their knowledge or areas where they need more practise, as well as to seek additional guidance when they need it. Teaching self-regulated learning strategies gives students an understanding of how learning happens.
This practice guide will help you develop your practice with a greater understanding of:
- self-regulated learning strategies students can apply to their learning
- how you can model and explicitly teach self-regulated learning techniques to help students overcome learning challenges and work towards mastery.
Keywords: self-regulation, student engagement